ARRESTS None this week. [Editor's note: Hopkinton Independent policy for the arrests section is to remove the arrested individual's name after it has been posted for approximately one week.] POLICE LOG September 24 8:03 a.m. A caller reported a motor vehicle...
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BoMain Slice of Hopkinton photo contest winner, Oct. 2 edition
The Hopkinton Independent presents “A Slice of Hopkinton” photo contest, sponsored by BoMain. Readers are encouraged to submit photos of people, places or things in Hopkinton. The Independent staff will select one winner for each issue. The winner will have their...
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Oct. 2
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The principal of Hopkinton High School announced Tuesday morning that the school was ordered to...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Levi Schuster
The team’s No. 2 golfer, Schuster was a medalist in five of the first nine matches, helping the Hillers to a 7-2 start. His top round was an even-par 36, and he was averaging an impressive 2.89 over par. “He hits the ball a country mile, and when his short game is on,...
Senior Snippets, Oct. 2 edition
The Hopkinton Senior Center is open Mondays through Thursdays from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. and Fridays from 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. For a more extensive listing of programs and services, including lunch program menus, as well as a newsletter, check hopkintonseniorcenter.com. Anyone...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Oct. 1
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The Hopkinton Senior Center on Sept. 18 hosted a presentation of a community needs assessment showing...
Real Estate Transactions, Sept. 30 edition
Library Corner, Oct. 2 edition
For more information on any of the following programs or other activities at the library, visit hopkintonlibrary.org. Visit the library’s website calendar for event registration information. The library also can be found on Facebook, @hopkintonlibrary, and on X,...
Hopkinton Today: Monday, Sept. 30
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The School Committee looked at the fiscal year 2026 capital plan, approved builder’s risk insurance...
Susan Richelew, 82
Susan E. Richelew, 82, passed away on Sept. 27, 2024, at Oak Knoll Healthcare Center in Framingham. She was the widow of Meryl J. Richelew, who died in 2018. They had been married for 57 years. Born in Niagara Falls, New York, she was the daughter of the late Charles...
Hopkinton Today: Friday, Sept. 27
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The Trails Committee on Thursday approved 4-0 to request Community Preservation Committee funds for a...
Alan King, 83
Alan B. King, 83, a Holliston resident of 45 years, passed away Sept. 19, 2024. Born and raised in the Western Massachusetts town of Adams, he was the son of the late Pauline (Voyer) and Kenneth King. He was the husband of 59 years to Sandra (Jillson) King. Alan...
Baypath Adoptable Animal of the Week: Ms. Piggy
Each week, the Independent highlights an animal available for adoption at Baypath Humane Society in Hopkinton. This week's adoptable animal is 3-year-old Ms. Piggy. Here is Baypath's description of Ms. Piggy: "Have you ever seen a dog rock a feathered boa so...
Hopkinton Today: Thursday, Sept. 26
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The Conservation Commission at its meeting Tuesday night objected to a reference to “full clearing...
James Arond-Thomas, 80
James Arond-Thomas, M.D., of Hopkinton, a distinguished physician-researcher and dedicated medical practitioner, passed away Sept. 10, 2024, at age 80. Born in Caroline County, Virginia, he was the son of the late Jeannette (Anderson) and Otto M. Thomas. James held a...
Arrests/Police Log, Sept. 25 edition
ARRESTS None this week. POLICE LOG September 17 3:29 a.m. Sgt. William Burchard checked on Clinton Street property. 8:35 a.m. Officer Sean McKeon made checks of Elmwood School on Elm Street. 1:15 p.m. Officer Nicholas Walker took a report of fraud on Teaberry Lane....
Hopkinton Today: Wednesday, Sept. 25
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. The Planning Board met for less than a half-hour Monday night due to several applicants requesting...
Move In Style Athlete Spotlight: Elyse Srodawa
Srodawa won the first dual meet of the season, pulling away from Norwood’s top runner over the last half of the race. “Elyse works extremely hard, logging many miles on her own during the summer, and that sets her up for a strong cross country season,” coach Jean Cann...
Hopkinton Today: Tuesday, Sept. 24
Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo of the day. A report to the Hopkinton Police Department on suspicious activity by people allegedly encamped near...
Letter to the Editor: South/Hayward rezoning goes against residents’ will
I have closely followed the ongoing debate surrounding the rezoning proposal to convert the corner of South Street and Hayward Street from residential to commercial. This issue has surfaced repeatedly, and each time, the residents have overwhelmingly voted it down...